Jochen Steinshorn
About Jochen Steinshorn
Jochen Steinshorn serves as the Head of Product Development at SSI SCHÄFER, where he integrates robotics into logistics solutions. He has over a decade of experience in various roles within the company, overseeing operations in Germany and Austria.
Work at SSI SCHÄFER
Jochen Steinshorn has held various positions at SSI SCHÄFER since 2013. He currently serves as the Head of Product Development, a role he has occupied since 2020. In this capacity, he is responsible for integrating robotics into logistics solutions and oversees operations at the Tech Center in Giebelstadt, Germany, and Graz, Austria. Prior to this role, he worked as R&D Director from 2019 to 2020, Teamleiter R&D Mechanical Automation from 2017 to 2018, and Teamleiter Lagermaschinen Mechanik from 2015 to 2016. His earlier experience includes serving as Entwicklungsprojektleitung for the standardization of a storage retrieval device from 2014 to 2015 and as Konstrukteur Maschinenbau Lagermaschinen from 2013 to 2015.
Education and Expertise
Jochen Steinshorn studied at Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Würzburg-Schweinfurt, where he focused on Maschinenbau with a specialization in Produktentwicklung. He achieved the degree of Diplom-Ingenieur (FH) from 2008 to 2013. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in product development and mechanical engineering, particularly in the context of logistics and automation.
Background
Jochen Steinshorn has a background in mechanical engineering with a focus on product development. His career at SSI SCHÄFER spans over a decade, during which he has progressed through various roles that emphasize research and development, mechanical automation, and product standardization. His experience in overseeing technical operations in both Germany and Austria highlights his capability in managing cross-border teams and projects.
Achievements
Throughout his tenure at SSI SCHÄFER, Jochen Steinshorn has been involved in significant projects aimed at enhancing logistics solutions through robotics. His leadership in the development of controls and tools within the logistics solutions business unit has contributed to the advancement of the company's technological offerings. His roles in various capacities reflect a commitment to innovation and efficiency in the field of logistics automation.